Private Tuition

Tailored training 1-2-1

Focused training content to suit you

As important as it is to develop excellent communication skills as a team in the workplace, it’s also essential that, when going it alone, you know how to communicate clearly and confidently in a variety of different scenarios. Our Private Coaching sessions will help you to develop and hone your communication skills for a range of work situations.

Using an array of skills and techniques curated from multiple courses on City Academy’s wide reaching business programme, you’ll learn to practically apply performing and creative arts methods to achieve your business goals. Transform your physical presentation, boost your communication skills and inspire trust through authenticity.

In our Private Tuition you will

  • Communicate with confidence and clarity
  • Manage nerves and overcome them
  • Make an impact and leave a lasting impression
  • Hone your influencing skills in a variety of scenarios
  • Empower and lead a team effectively, maximising wellbeing and productivity
  • Build rapport with others to develop lasting working relationships
  • Convey your message authentically utilising your existing strengths

Typical itinerary

Please note, itineraries are for illustrative purposes only.

Week 1

Developing your corporate persona

Week 2

Structuring the message: how to be succinct

Week 3

Presence and impact: exercises in non-verbal communication

Week 4

Voice training with emphasis on tension release and articulation

Week 5

Presenting to camera, with professional feedback

Week 6

Improvisation: handling questions and tailoring to suit your audience

At a glance

  • 1-2-1 Training
  • Inspiring venues or in-house
  • Regular, weekly sessions
  • Tailored to suit your needs
  • Practical & fun
  • Online option
  • Delivered globally

Need help?

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  • Tel: +44 (0)20 7042 8833
  • Email us

“City Academy deftly distils the art and science of communication into a clear, tangible and enjoyable learning construct, which first identifies and then progressively builds upon the needs of each client in order to achieve their individual goals with outstanding results. Thank you again for all your help. I am genuinely seeing better engagement from my audiences as a result.”

Senior Analyst

Fidelity

Our Approach

Private Tuition enables you to focus on particular soft skills to make the biggest impact. Training is delivered on a 1-2-1 basis with a professional voice and business coach. Sessions are scheduled to suit you and can be held virtually or in person, from the comfort of your home, in-house at your office, or at one of our partner venues throughout London.

As our Private Tuition is completely tailored to suit your requirements, it is important to understand your requirements and objectives. As such we conduct detailed needs assessment sessions of 30-45 mins prior to the start of sessions.

We draw from the full range of City Academy’s business training to craft bespoke sessions with a detailed workshop plan. Popular areas of learning include: accent softening; general communication and body language; vocal skills including articulation, pitch and pace; advanced presentation and public speaking skills; presence and impact and much more…

Your tutors

We work with a range of experts to suit your business objectives.

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Ben Joiner

Communication Skills Coach

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Kate Montague

Senior Communication Skills Tutor

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Susan Young

Managing Director of Learning & Development

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Tim Faulkner

Senior Communication Skills Tutor

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Mark Prince

Acting and Communication Skills Tutor

Spread the cost

Make life easier by spreading the cost of your training over a few months. Talk to our team today to find a plan & payment method that suits you.

FAQs

What should I bring to the course?

Participants are advised to wear comfortable clothing and shoes they can move around freely in. We also recommend bring a bottle of water to stay hydrated. er

Can I train with a tutor online?

If you're based outside London or would prefer to train remotely, we can arrange Zoom meetings for you and your tutor. Meeting details are sent in advance to add to your diary.

Do you offer package discounts?

If you would like to purchase private 1-2-1 sessions as part of a package, we have bundles offers available. Please contact us for further details.

Can I speak to a tutor in advance about my requirements?

We can set up a discovery meeting between you and a tutor to discuss your goals and requirements in advance of sessions taking place. They can frame each session to your needs and can adapt sessions if your needs change over time.

Can I book a free taster?

We're happy to offer tasters of our courses to provide a flavour of what we do in advance of a booking being made. Please call or email us for further details on 0207 042 8833 or business@city-academy.com.

Can I book sessions on behalf of a colleague of employee?

Sessions can be booked for you, for a colleague or for an employee. With private tuition, we welcome the opportunity to meet the delegate requesting training to understand their goals and requirements to frame the sessions to their needs. Introductions can be made in person, via Zoom or via email.

Can you send proof of my purchase to my employer?

If you are buying 1-2-1 sessions that you would like to expense, we can send a VAT receipt as proof of your payment to us. We can also raise an invoice if your employer would prefer to make direct payment to us for the sessions you require.